Alice Macpherson

thesis

This thesis is a qualitative study of the experience of nine facilitators using Gender And Diversity, Creating Inclusion In The College Environment curriculum in BC south coast post secondary institutions. This self-selected group of nine instructors from various post-secondary institution participated voluntarily in an interview process intended to elicit information about their experiences as they implemented this curriculum. In addition, I examined the background events and climates that led these instructors to integrate elements of the curriculum into their instructional practice as they work towards creatinginclusion. Analysis of the interview data reveals the complexity of the facilitators' interactions within the contexts of their post secondary communities. This thesis reinforces previous literature that states that change happens slowly and that it takes the personal, lived experiences of each individual to make small, incremental steps towards change within our larger social structures, particularly in post-secondary education. I began this research with the intent to hear and transmit the ever -changing story of inclusion in the college context. This thesis gives voice to these experiences so that others may access them.

Curriculum and Instruction
Education
Higher Education and Teaching

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Peer reviewed